Krogh North Dam
Key Takeaway
Krogh North Dam is classified as low hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 1960 and is 66 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 13 ft (taller than 5.4% in NE) |
| Dam Length | 400 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 83 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 63 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 10 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 502 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1960 (66 years old) |
| NID ID | NE03104 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
Krogh & Krogh Inc
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Krogh North Dam?
Krogh North Dam is classified as Low Hazard. No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Krogh North Dam?
Krogh North Dam is owned by Krogh & Krogh Inc (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Krogh North Dam built?
Krogh North Dam was completed in 1960, making it 66 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.
What is the primary purpose of Krogh North Dam?
Krogh North Dam serves the following purposes: Irrigation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Krogh North Dam?
Krogh North Dam has a dam height of 13 ft. Dam height is measured from the natural streambed at the downstream toe to the top of the dam, and may differ from the visible height.
When was Krogh North Dam last inspected?
Krogh North Dam was last inspected on April 29, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.